Only In America 5 - Sonic Fabric

Alice Santoro, a New York artist, has innovatively woven cassette tapes with fabric to create Sonic Fabric, a unique and audible material. Initially experimenting with knitting, she found that the tape could be used in a commercial loom, resulting in a durable fabric. This creation has attracted interest from various industries, including fashion and automotive, leading to diverse applications such as dresses and handbags. The success of Sonic Fabric suggests a potential revival of cassette tapes.

Who is the artist behind Sonic Fabric and what materials did she use?

What is Sonic Fabric and how was it created?

Describe the characteristics of the material created from Sonic Fabric.

What industries have shown interest in Sonic Fabric?

What potential future does the cassette tape have according to the text?